Financial Controller

Robert Half Talent Solutions are seeking a Financial Controller for a successful manufacturing organisation based in the Cardiff area.

The Financial Controller is a key role in the senior leadership for this organisation.

The Role

• Finance Leadership:
  Direct the UK finance function, reporting straight to the Finance Director and Board.
• Strategic Partnering:
  Guide senior directors on commercial decisions, investment appraisals, and business cases.
• Team Development:
  Mentor, lead, and upskill Finance Team Leaders to foster a high-performance culture.
• Financial Control:
  Oversee budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and long-term planning.
• Governance & Reporting:
  Ensure total compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS, SOX reporting, and statutory audits.
• Process Evolution:
  Drive continuous improvements in financial policies, systems, and cost-reduction strategies.

?? What We Need

• Qualifications:
  Fully CIMA, ACA OR ACCA qualified
• Experience:
  Proven senior leadership experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
• Technical Skills:
  Strong reporting background, audit management
• Systems:
  Advanced MS Excel skills (Macros, Pivots, VLOOKUPs). SAP o...